Be the first to reserve the perfect seats to experience Romeo & Juliet, The Nutcracker, Peter Pan, Giselle, Balanchine, Graham, and Pires.
Coming off its highly successful 50th Anniversary celebration, Orlando Ballet, Orlando’s only professional ballet company, is proud to present another big, bold season of dance loaded with drama, romance, heartbreak, and live music as favorites like Romeo & Juliet and Jorden Morris’ Peter Pan deliver another extraordinary season of dance – with all tickets on sale now!
Orlando Ballet's October opening begins with the world’s most beloved love story -- Romeo & Juliet in a new collaboration with choreographer James Sofranko, Artistic Director at Grand Rapids Ballet.
Sofranko’s captivating production of this lush and tragic love story will be accompanied by the
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in their live performance of Sergei Prokofiev’s musical score.
Central Florida’s holiday season will be especially bright because of Morris’ new and highly
acclaimed family favorite The Nutcracker, to be performed throughout the month of December,
followed in February by the highly anticipated return of Morris’ whimsically charming Peter Pan.
In March, Orlando Ballet presents a celebration of American classics in its mixed repertoire
program which includes an elegant nod to the 100th anniversary of the legendary Martha
Graham Dance Company and the iconic choreographer’s work, Maple Leaf Rag. Graham’s visually stunning creation features a musical score by Scott Joplin and costumes designed by
Calvin Klein.
This celebration of American choreography continues with George Balanchine’s Divertimento
No.15, choreographed to music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whom Balanchine revered.
Amplifying the excitement, Alysa Pires, one of the most sought-after creators in ballet today, will
present Skyward featuring a focus on movement and musicality – showcasing the very heart
and soul of dance.
And just as it will have begun, the new season will end with another classic favorite; Giselle, a
tale of love gone wrong. When young Giselle dies, she is remembered by ghosts and evil spirits,
keeping love alive no matter what. Set to the fittingly haunting music of composer Adolphe
Adam, the score will be performed live with the return of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
Thanks to growing demand, three Uncorked programs -- the intimate behind-the-curtain event
with Orlando Ballet dancers -- have been scheduled throughout the season.
Orlando Ballet is also thrilled to announce the return of 23 Company Dancers from the 23-24
season and the promotion of four dancers from its Second Company, OBII, as well as newcomer,
Zach Mench.
Artistic Director Jorden Morris has committed to three more seasons with plans to lead the artistic company through even more imaginative and dynamic performances.
Joining Morris are Associate Artistic Director Lisa Thorn Morris and Rehearsal Director Heath Gill. Morris’ enthusiasm for the new season is clear. “Central Florida’s audience has continued to
evolve with more people experiencing and enjoying the variety and marvel of ballet and dance
for the first time,” Morris said. “Dance really is for everyone, which is why I want people to
know that everyone is welcome here to experience all kinds of remarkable dance and artistry.
It’s just good fun.”
SEASON SCHEDULE:
Romeo & Juliet
October 17 – 20, 2024
With special guest: The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
Choreography: James Sofranko
Score: Sergei Prokofiev
The Nutcracker
December 6 – 22, 2024
Choreography: Artistic Director, Jorden Morris
Score: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Peter Pan
February 20 – 23, 2025
Choreography: Artistic Director, Jorden Morris
Score: Various Artists
Balanchine, Graham, Pires
March 27 – 30, 2025
George Balanchine’s Divertimento No. 15
Choreography: George Balanchine
Score: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Martha Graham’s Maple Leaf Rag
Choreography: Martha Graham
Score: Scott Joplin
Alysa Pires’ Skyward
Choreography: Alysa Pires
Score: Nico Muhly, Robert Honstein, Bryce Dessner, David Lang
Giselle
May 1 – 4, 2025
With special guest: The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra
Staging: Orlando Ballet Artistic Team
Score: Adolphe Adam
Uncorked
September 26, November 7, January 23
Experience an up-close encounter with the Orlando Ballet Company Dancers and Artistic
Leadership in a not-so sneak peek behind the curtain. Enjoy a glimpse into the world of
professional dancers and choreographers as they construct a ballet work in real time, right
before your eyes, all through an informal “behind the curtain” setting at Harriett’s Orlando
Ballet Centre.
For more information on tickets and pricing, visit Orlandoballet.org or call +1 (407) 358.6603.
Ticket fees are included in online and phone transactions. Groups of 10 or more save. For group
reservations call +1 (407) 203-3735.
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